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A4 MDF

2008 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,199 mi
Last recorded77,199 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW 520106,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 MDF
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 77,199 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 76,101 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 75,384 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 74,735 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 74,013 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 72,692 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under body covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2019 71,094 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 70,074 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 68,740 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 66,635 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,713 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 62,089 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 59,012 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 50,828 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 50,827 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 40,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres scrubbed on inner edge

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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A4 MDF is a 2008 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 106,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 MDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A4 MDF registered?

A4 MDF is a 2008 BMW 520, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is A4 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 MDF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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